aŋˈga(a)rēə, anˈ- noun
Etymology: Late Latin, from Greek angareia, from angaros royal (Persian) courier — more at angel
1. in Roman and civil law : a compulsory service exacted by the government, a lord, or the church
2. in maritime law : the forcible seizure of a ship for public service
3. in international law : angary
4. in feudal law : a troublesome or vexatious service exacted by a lord of his tenant